I had a birthday on Monday. Usually, I'm ecstatic on my birthday. It's such a great reason to celebrate my life, myself. This year, however, was different. Instead of joy, I awoke with a knot in my stomach. I'm worried about the economy, the election, the country, the world.  I can't seem to shake a feeling of dread. I'm trying, though. I have so much to be grateful for -- my family, my friends, the very real comforts and pleasures of my own personal paradise. Above all, I'm happy that I number among my friends people who can cope with disaster by being funny. If you need a laugh as badly as I do, check out: http://www.bicoastalbroads.com/